Account Director

Chartwells Independent; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an Account Director in Canary Wharf, East London. The role involves leading high-performing teams, driving culinary innovation, and creating premium dining experiences. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and strategic skills, alongside a passion for food. The position offers significant autonomy and the chance to influence operations in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Leadership role with autonomy

Work in an iconic client site

Opportunity for growth

Inspire a high-performing team

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
• Track record in mobilisation or large-scale operations.
• Unstoppable passion for food, service, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, high-performing teams in a culinary environment.
• Drive chef-led innovation and influence operations.
• Deliver premium staff dining and outstanding hospitality experiences.

Skills

Leadership experience

Relationship-building skills

Strategic thinking

Passion for food and service

Innovation

Job description

Overview

Account Director

Canary Wharf/ East London

£75,000 - £80,000 DOE

With our business expanding rapidly, we're growing our team of exceptional Account Directors to help lead the next chapter of our success. If you have a passion for food, are a natural leader, and consistent in delivering world-class hospitality experiences, this could be your next big move!

This role is based in Canary Wharf / East London, working with a talented culinary and service team that’s as passionate about food as you are.

Responsibilities

This is far from your typical Account Director role. You\'ll be leading large, high-performing teams, driving chef-led innovation, and playing a key role in exciting new mobilisations. From delivering premium staff dining to orchestrating standout hospitality experiences, this role offers real influence, autonomy, and the chance to make your creative mark on every aspect of the operation

What’s in it for you?

• A leadership role with autonomy, energy, and variety
• Work in one of our iconic client sites with ambitious growth plans
• Be at the forefront of new business and mobilisation projects
• Lead and inspire a passionate, high-performing culinary team
• Join a company where food, service, and people come first

You’ll bring

• Proven leadership experience and relationship-building skills
• Strategic thinking with a hands on approach
• A track record in mobilisation or large-scale operations
• An unstoppable passion for food, service, and innovation